Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese
A delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese, combining savory Sloppy Joe filling with melty cheese between hearty bread.
Ingredients
Sloppy Joe Filling
- 1 lb ground beef Ensure to drain excess fat after cooking.
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust the seasonings to your taste.
Grilled Cheese Assembly
- 8 slices hearty bread (Texas toast or sourdough) You can use any hearty bread.
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Mix up the cheeses for different flavor.
Instructions
Prepare Sloppy Joe Filling
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onion is soft, about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and mustard. Season with salt and pepper. Let simmer for 5 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat.
Assemble and Grill
- Butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Place 4 slices of bread, buttered side down, on a skillet or griddle.
- Top each slice with 1/4 cup shredded cheddar, a scoop of the Sloppy Joe mixture, and more cheddar.
- Place the remaining bread slices on top, buttered side up.
- Grill over medium heat until golden brown on both sides and cheese is melted, about 3–4 minutes per side.
- Slice and serve hot for ultimate cheesy satisfaction.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within a couple of days. Reheat in a skillet.